Doctors
Clifford Gardens Medical Centre
Doctors At The Practice
Dr Rhiannon Bevan
Dr Rhiannon Bevan started her medical career with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science from Bond University and worked as a sleep technologist at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead.
This was followed by a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery with Honours from the University of Sydney.
Dr Bevan completed her specialty training in Toowoomba and became a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2018 with a Diploma in Child Health.
Her areas of interest include Women’s Health, Child Health and Travel Medicine.
When not at work, she enjoys reading and spending time with her family.
Dr Cameron Carmody
Dr Carmody has worked in many nursing roles in Victoria ACT and Queensland, both as a senior clinician and as a health administrator, his last role was a Director of Nursing position in country Queensland prior to starting his medical degree.
He has significant experience in Intensive Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine and the surgical specialties Orthopaedics and Otolaryngology Head and Neck surgery prior to joining General Practice. Dr Carmody has an active interest in chronic disease management, sports medicine, skin cancer medicine and surgery. While having interest in all aspects of family medicine.
Married with four children, two cats, one dog, and a single goldfish.
He currently provides medical support to the Darling Downs Australian Rules Football community and in particular the University Australian Rules Football Team. He is also supportive of Smithy’s boxing gym and their events in the Garden City.
Qualifications
Fellowship from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, University of Notre Dame Fremantle Western Australia in 2008
Master of Business Administration, USQ 2003
Bachelor’s degree in nursing from the Lincoln School of Health Sciences Melbourne / La Trobe University 1993
AMA, 2008 – current
Member of Sports Medicine Australia 2013 – current
Continence Foundation of Australia 2021 – current
Dr Demitri Perera
Dr. Demitri Perera is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and graduated with a MBBS from the University of Queensland in 2014. He is originally from Canada and completed a BA in psychology at the University of British Columbia. His special interests include men’s health, mental health, and chronic disease management. He enjoys all areas of general practice and is LGBTQIA+ inclusive.
Dr Sidya Raghavan
M.B.B.S., F.R.A.C.G.P., MSc Clinical Education (Edin)
Dr Raghavan is an experienced General Practitioner serving the Toowoomba community for the last 10+ years. She completed her Fellowship in General Practice (RACGP) in 2014 and a Master in Clinical Education through the University of Edinburgh. She is also a senior medical educator and trains RACGP registrars and medical students (MD). She is also an examiner for the RACGP exams. She enjoys teaching and training the next generation of doctors. Her special interests are Chronic disease management, Women’s health, Child health, Mental health, Preventive care, Skin checks and Medical education. When not working she enjoys spending time with her family.
Dr Peter Hopson
Dr Hopson graduated from the University of Sydney in 1983, commencing his medical career in Wollongong, Bowral and Shoalhaven Hospitals. He undertook training in general practice, rehabilitation and sports medicine while in NSW, before moving to the Lockyer Valley, then Toowoomba to work in general practice.
Dr Sam Vu
Dr Sam is a dedicated healthcare professional with a strong commitment to patient well-being.
He strives to deliver thorough, comprehensive and holistic care. He believes in taking a patient-centred approach to healthcare, focusing not just on symptoms, but on the overall health and lifestyle of each individual. His goal is to provide personalised care that supports long-term health and well-being, fostering strong relationships built on trust and understanding.
Dr Laura Lee-Allison
Dr Laura Lee-Allison graduated from UQ with MBBS in 2010 and trained in various hospitals in Brisbane before moving to Toowoomba in 2014 to pursue GP training. She completed her training through RACGP in 2016. She worked in Pittsworth from 2016 – 2022 and gained valuable experience in rural health, chronic disease management, emergency medicine, geriatric medicine, and palliative care.
Dr Lee-Allison enjoys all facets of family medicine and the encounters with wide array of people from all age groups. She is passionate about providing a holistic continuity of care for her patients. Her special medical interest includes skin cancer medicine, chronic disease management, women’s health and children’s health.
Prior to her medical career, Dr Lee-Allison completed BBiotech from Griffith University and worked as a research assistant. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, movies and spending time with her family and friends.
Dr Anna Abraham
Dr Anna Abraham is a GP Registrar who graduated from the University of Aberdeen, Scotland, in 2020. She completed the early years of her medical training across a range of hospital settings in Scotland before relocating to Queensland, Australia in 2023.
Dr Abraham has worked across emergency medicine, paediatrics and general medical wards, gaining broad clinical experience and strong diagnostic skills. She is now transitioning into general practice, where she is committed to delivering holistic, patient-centred care.
While Dr Abraham enjoys all aspects of general practice, her special interests include women’s health, child health and preventive medicine.
Outside of work, Dr Abraham enjoys spending time with family and friends, exercising and travelling.
Dr Kevin To
Dr Kevin To is originally from Toronto, Canada where he completed multiple degrees in the field of sciences before emigrating to Australia to earn his medical degree from the University of Queensland in 2021.
He worked as a resident medical officer at several hospitals around north and south-east Queensland in various specialties but particularly enjoys general practice. He has a passion for teaching patients about their health and mentoring students. Outside of work, Kevin is a fan of horror movies and loves New York-style cheesecakes.
Dr Zoe Cooper
Dr. Zoe Cooper graduated from the University of Queensland in 2017 and gained experience across multiple hospitals in Brisbane before relocating to Toowoomba in 2022 to commence her General Practice training. Captivated by the charm of Toowoomba, she chose to stay and continue practicing locally after earning her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2024.
Dr. Cooper enjoys all aspects of general practice and provides holistic care to patients of all ages. She has a special interest in complex and chronic disease management, preventative care, women’s health, neurodiversity, and mental health.
Before pursuing a career in medicine, Dr. Cooper worked as a chemical engineer in diverse industries, from steel refining to brewing. Outside of work, she loves exploring Toowoomba with her young family.
Dr Thekaru Gamage
Dr Thakeru is a GP Registrar who studied medicine at the University of Queensland and graduated with a MD in 2020. He practiced at the Ipswich Hospital for 3 years before moving to Toowoomba to practice as a GP. His special interests are in Preventative Health and Chronic Disease Management.
Dr Thekaru Gamage
Dr Louis completed his medical degree at The University of Queensland, gaining broad clinical experience across Queensland. He undertook hospital experiences across a variety of hospitals including the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Rockhampton Hospital and Logan Hospital, as well as rural GP placements in Emerald, developing a strong foundation in both tertiary and community-based care.
Dr Louis relocated to Toowoomba in 2025 and is committed to building long-term relationships within the local community, providing continuity of care for individuals and families.
His special interests include chronic disease management, men’s health, mental health and procedures. He values a patient-centred, holistic approach and enjoys working collaboratively with patients to achieve sustainable, long-term health outcomes.
Outside of medicine, he enjoys hiking, weight lifting, jogging and travelling with world, which helps him maintain balance and wellbeing.
Dr Roopkanawal
Dr Roopkanwal is a first year GP Registrar. She completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in India before moving to Australia in 2021. Since then, she has worked across various hospitals in Queensland, South Australia and New South Wales, gaining valuable experience and insight across multiple clinical settings. She also completed a Diploma in Women’s Health (DRANZCOG).
She enjoys all aspects of general practice and is committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate, patient-centred care and values building strong, trusted relationships with individuals and families. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi.
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